Health Ministry’s directive to Indian Premier League (IPL) banning tobacco-alcohol advertising during league is welcome; multi-pronged approach and more teeth to law needed for true efficacy... [Read More]
12 March,2025 08:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Shekhar SalkarHeated motorcycle gloves excel at providing the level of warmth you need. Bid farewell to cold and uncomfortable rides, as these gloves ensure that your fingers stay at a comfortable temperature even in the coldest weather conditions.... [Read More]
02 August,2023 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Manoj Patki , Dr Shekhar SalkarOnco-surgeon lauds cricket board decision to ‘ban’ alcohol/tobacco advertising; calls out stars, talks shutting down surrogate promotions... [Read More]
20 June,2023 09:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Shekhar SalkarThousands gathered in Mumbai to mark the 135th birth anniversary of the architect of the constituition, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar at Chaityabhoomi in Dadar area of central Mumbai. PICS/ASHISH RAJE... [Read More]
14 April,2026 07:27 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the six-lane Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor in the capital city of Uttarakhand. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 06:07 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday while en route to Dehradun to inaugurate the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor. (PICS/ PTI)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 05:12 PM ISTMumbai Police have arrested six people after two MBA students died following a suspected drug overdose at a concert in the city. Pics/Special Arrangement (Story/Samiullah Khan)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 05:07 PM ISTMaharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis and Governor Jishnu Dev Varma paid tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar at Chaityabhoomi in Mumbai on his 135th birth anniversary. Fadnavis described Ambedkar as a guiding force behind the ideals of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity (Pics/PTI and X)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 02:05 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi met Vice President C P Radhakrishnan in New Delhi to extend greetings on the occasion of Puthandu, the Tamil New Year. The leaders offered prayers and wished for peace, prosperity, and well-being. Radhakrishnan also greeted citizens on multiple festivals, highlighting India’s cultural diversity and the spirit of unity (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 12:30 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Dr B R Ambedkar on his birth anniversary, highlighting his enduring contribution to nation-building. Calling him a source of inspiration, Modi said Ambedkar’s life and work continue to guide generations in building a just and progressive society (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 12:14 PM ISTAsha Bhosle’s last rites were performed with full state honours at Bhagoji Baluji Keer Hindu Shamshan Bhoomi, Shivaji Park, on Monday. Mid-day brings you glimpses from the final journey. (Pics/Ashish Raje, Satej Shinde and Sayyed Sameer Abedi)... [Read More]
14 April,2026 12:21 PM ISTLegendary playback singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai, marking the end of an extraordinary musical era that shaped generations of Indian cinema and music lovers across the world. The final darshan began at her Lower Parel residence at 11 AM, where fans, family members and well-wishers gathered in large numbers to pay their last respects. The mortal remains were kept for public viewing, allowing thousands to bid a final goodbye. Her last rites are scheduled at Shivaji Park, Mumbai, at 4 PM, with full state honours. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is expected to attend the ceremony as the nation comes together to honour her legacy.... [Read More]
13 April,2026 04:58 PM ISTDisturbing visuals emerging from Tehran have ignited a fresh wave of global concern, as damage to the Mahatma Gandhi Hospital becomes a flashpoint in the escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Footage released by the Iranian embassy and local media outlets shows shattered wards, debris-filled corridors and emergency evacuations following reported airstrikes. Authorities in Tehran allege that civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and schools, has been repeatedly targeted, claims that have intensified scrutiny and sparked international debate. WATCH... [Read More]
13 April,2026 04:55 PM ISTRussia’s Vladimir Putin has announced a 32-hour Easter ceasefire in the Ukraine war, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signalling support for the temporary pause. The truce is expected to begin Saturday evening and last until Sunday midnight during Orthodox Easter. The ceasefire comes even as intense fighting continues across the front lines. Ukraine claims Russian forces lost more than 1,100 troops in just 24 hours, while Moscow says it captured two villages in eastern Ukraine. Both sides previously accused each other of violating a similar Easter truce last year, raising doubts about whether this pause will hold.... [Read More]
10 April,2026 09:07 PM ISTAn early morning fire broke out at the iconic Rio Olympic Velodrome, sending flames racing across the arena’s fabric roof and triggering a massive emergency response. Fire crews rushed to the scene at approximately 4:17 AM, deploying over 80 firefighters and multiple vehicles to contain the blaze before it could spread further. The fire, which originated within the roof structure, was swiftly brought under control by the Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department, preventing what could have escalated into a major disaster. WATCH... [Read More]
09 April,2026 06:25 PM ISTDonald Trump has blasted NATO yet again, accusing the alliance of failing to support the United States during the Iran conflict. In a series of fiery posts, Trump warned that allies who did not back Washington could face consequences, raising fears of a potential US exit from NATO. The White House has also discussed plans to punish “unhelpful” NATO members by moving American troops out of their countries. Around 84,000 US troops are currently stationed across Europe, and any redeployment could dramatically reshape the alliance’s security structure.... [Read More]
09 April,2026 09:20 PM ISTTensions in the West Asia have reached a critical point after a series of deadly strikes rocked areas near Tehran, leaving at least 13 people dead and several others injured. A residential building was reportedly hit directly, while a separate explosion near Eslamshahr flattened another structure under mysterious circumstances. What makes the situation even more alarming is the lack of clarity around who carried out the attacks. With no official claim of responsibility, speculation is mounting over whether this marks a new phase in the ongoing regional conflict. Disturbingly, early reports suggest that children may be among the casualties, raising serious humanitarian concerns. WATCH... [Read More]
06 April,2026 02:50 PM ISTA high-stakes US military rescue mission to recover a missing F-15 crew member has unfolded alongside a wave of deadly strikes inside Iran, dramatically escalating tensions across the West Asia. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has confirmed the deaths of five fighters in Ardabil following overnight attacks, reportedly linked to US and Israeli operations. The strikes coincided with an intense American rescue effort involving dozens of aircraft, an operation that officials are calling one of the most complex in recent times. Meanwhile, the conflict spilled beyond Iran’s borders. A suspected Iranian drone strike targeted a major energy facility in Bahrain, igniting a storage tank fire at Bapco Energies. Authorities later confirmed the situation was brought under control with no reported injuries, but the message was clear, the confrontation is widening.... [Read More]
05 April,2026 07:45 PM ISTIran has drawn a firm red line, warning of devastating retaliation if its infrastructure is targeted, just as US President Donald Trump signals possible strikes on bridges, power plants and critical assets. In an escalation, Iranian-linked strikes have reportedly hit a Kuwaiti refinery, triggering fires and raising alarm across the Gulf. Tehran has also flagged US- and Israel-linked energy and economic hubs as potential targets, hinting at a much wider conflict footprint. IRGC-linked voices, including Ebrahim Zolfaghari, have warned that any attack on Iran’s infrastructure will be met with far more destructive retaliation across allied territories in the region. WATCH... [Read More]
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